NHL Hockey 3 Days

Last updated: July 10, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Roster Moves and Contract Battles

The Anaheim Ducks made a significant decision to match the offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, committing $18 million annually for the next five seasons to retain the young center. Meanwhile, the Mammoth also matched an offer sheet for Barrett Hayton, signing their forward to a one-year deal worth $4.775 million. Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson, who declined a long-term deal with the Seattle Kraken, filed for salary arbitration on Sunday. The Ducks also secured defenseman Pavel Mintyukov, signing him to a five-year extension worth $36 million signed an extension.

Front Office Shakeups and Player News

The Toronto Maple Leafs are undergoing a front-office overhaul, firing assistant general manager Hayley Wickenheiser and several other executives fired executives. Adding to the Leafs' changes, Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson is joining the rival club as an associate coach joining the Leafs. On the injury front, Chicago Blackhawks' Connor Bedard will miss four months after a shoulder injury, a significant setback for the team's rebuild miss four months. Some observers questioned Bowen Byram's $12.5 million per year contract, suggesting future deals for players like Cale Makar could reach $20 million signed a contract. The New York Islanders are engaging fans by launching a contest to design their third jersey for the 2027-28 season launching a contest.